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Cologne Gay Cruising

If you're looking for some action in Cologne, Germany, then look no further for information about gay cruising spots in and around the city. Babylon Sauna is internationally renowned, so definitely worth a visit. As always, be conscious of your personal safety when meeting strangers.

Cologne Hotel Deals

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This 4-star superior hotel offers quiet rooms in Cologne's shopping district, convenient for gay nightlife and a 10-minute walk from Cologne Cathedral. The Pullman Cologne offers a luxury spa and spacious rooms with modern design. The elegant rooms at the Hotel Pullman Cologne include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a modern bathroom with a bath and shower. High-speed internet is available for a daily charge, and WiFi is provided free of charge in public areas. Guests at the Pullman are welcome to relax in the brasserie e.l.f. with summer terrace. LAB12 is the in-house bar inspired by perfume here in Cologne, the city of fragrances, and it serves aromatic drinks. The spa includes a sauna, a steam room, a gym, and massage treatments are also available. Underground parking is available at the Pullman Hotel Cologne. It is 400 m from Friesenplatz Underground Station, just 2 stops from Cologne Main Station.
This hostel is located in the heart of Cologne's trendy Belgian Quarter, very convenient for the gay nightlife, 2 km from Cologne Cathedral and the Rhine Embankment. Hostel die Wohngemeinschaft offers free Wi-Fi and design interiors. All rooms at die Wohngemeinschaft Cologne are individually decorated on a unique theme. Rooms feature parquet floors and views of Cologne, while shared bathroom facilities are located in the hallway. The cafe on the ground floor serves snacks, coffee and wonderful pastries. In the evenings, it is transformed into a popular bar with live DJs. A separate room is used as a theatre and venue for cultural events. Guests can also play table tennis or hang out in one of the individually designed rooms. The common lounge is open 24/7 and is decorated in a classic 1950s style. Free coffee and tea are provided, as well as DVDs and books. Hostel die Wohngemeinschaft is a 2-minute walk from Moltkestrasse Underground Station and a 4-minute walk from Rudolfplatz Underground Station. Cologne Main Station can be reached in under 10 minutes on foot.
This hotel lies in the heart of Cologne, 100 m from the Rhine Promenade and close to the gay bars. Guests enjoy free use of the large indoor swimming pool and modern gym, and the sauna can be used for a surcharge. The bright and spacious rooms at Hotel Lyskirchen feature elegant interiors. All rooms come with a flat-screen TV, a desk and a coffee machine as well as a complimentary bottle of mineral water. Free WiFi is available. A full breakfast buffet is served each morning in the spacious lounge with its tasteful pink colours, upholstered chairs and framed pictures. Guests can also relax and watch TV in the lobby. Cologne Cathedral and Cologne Main Station are a 15-minute walk from the Lyskirchen. It is a 5-minute walk from Heumarkt Underground Station, 2 stops from the Kolnmesse Exhibition Centre and 3 stops from the Lanxess Arena.
Urban Loft is a stylish choice in Cologne and features a restaurant, fitness centre, a bar and shared lounge. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At the hotel, every room is equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. All units at Urban Loft Cologne include air conditioning and a wardrobe. A continental breakfast is available daily at the accommodation. Urban Loft Cologne offers 4-star accommodation with a sauna and terrace. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Musical Dome Cologne, Cologne Cathedral and Romano-Germanic Museum. The nearest airport is Cologne Bonn Airport, 14 km from Urban Loft Cologne.

Cruising Bars in Cologne

Pullermanns

Pullermanns

Men Only, Cruising

Everyone knows the address, after all, the "Bumslokal" in Mathiasstraße 22 since 1972 (Platzjabbeck, Hands or Boners). Here you live out your fetish and celebrate your sexuality. Here you can meet old and new friends at the bar or chat with the bartender. And if you are free enough, you can even do both at the same time. Be free is our motto. Here at Pullermanns, the leather man meets the suit wearer, the bear and the skater boy sit together at the bar. Whether born in 1940 or 1990, whether completely in rubb*r or completely n*ked, anything goes. The only (but very important) rule of the game is openness, mutual tolerance and acceptance.
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Deck 5

Deck 5

Men Only, Cruising

Jörg and his team entertain you here in Cologne's old town south on Mathiasstrasse. Only a few steps away from the Heumarkt you will find the most famous scene bar in Cologne. Our little pub is known and loved for the "CRUISING BAR nights" and the cozy atmosphere. Open every day from 8:00 p.m.
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Cologne Hotel Deals

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This 4-star superior hotel offers quiet rooms in Cologne's shopping district, convenient for gay nightlife and a 10-minute walk from Cologne Cathedral. The Pullman Cologne offers a luxury spa and spacious rooms with modern design. The elegant rooms at the Hotel Pullman Cologne include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a modern bathroom with a bath and shower. High-speed internet is available for a daily charge, and WiFi is provided free of charge in public areas. Guests at the Pullman are welcome to relax in the brasserie e.l.f. with summer terrace. LAB12 is the in-house bar inspired by perfume here in Cologne, the city of fragrances, and it serves aromatic drinks. The spa includes a sauna, a steam room, a gym, and massage treatments are also available. Underground parking is available at the Pullman Hotel Cologne. It is 400 m from Friesenplatz Underground Station, just 2 stops from Cologne Main Station.
This hostel is located in the heart of Cologne's trendy Belgian Quarter, very convenient for the gay nightlife, 2 km from Cologne Cathedral and the Rhine Embankment. Hostel die Wohngemeinschaft offers free Wi-Fi and design interiors. All rooms at die Wohngemeinschaft Cologne are individually decorated on a unique theme. Rooms feature parquet floors and views of Cologne, while shared bathroom facilities are located in the hallway. The cafe on the ground floor serves snacks, coffee and wonderful pastries. In the evenings, it is transformed into a popular bar with live DJs. A separate room is used as a theatre and venue for cultural events. Guests can also play table tennis or hang out in one of the individually designed rooms. The common lounge is open 24/7 and is decorated in a classic 1950s style. Free coffee and tea are provided, as well as DVDs and books. Hostel die Wohngemeinschaft is a 2-minute walk from Moltkestrasse Underground Station and a 4-minute walk from Rudolfplatz Underground Station. Cologne Main Station can be reached in under 10 minutes on foot.
This hotel lies in the heart of Cologne, 100 m from the Rhine Promenade and close to the gay bars. Guests enjoy free use of the large indoor swimming pool and modern gym, and the sauna can be used for a surcharge. The bright and spacious rooms at Hotel Lyskirchen feature elegant interiors. All rooms come with a flat-screen TV, a desk and a coffee machine as well as a complimentary bottle of mineral water. Free WiFi is available. A full breakfast buffet is served each morning in the spacious lounge with its tasteful pink colours, upholstered chairs and framed pictures. Guests can also relax and watch TV in the lobby. Cologne Cathedral and Cologne Main Station are a 15-minute walk from the Lyskirchen. It is a 5-minute walk from Heumarkt Underground Station, 2 stops from the Kolnmesse Exhibition Centre and 3 stops from the Lanxess Arena.
Urban Loft is a stylish choice in Cologne and features a restaurant, fitness centre, a bar and shared lounge. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At the hotel, every room is equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. All units at Urban Loft Cologne include air conditioning and a wardrobe. A continental breakfast is available daily at the accommodation. Urban Loft Cologne offers 4-star accommodation with a sauna and terrace. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Musical Dome Cologne, Cologne Cathedral and Romano-Germanic Museum. The nearest airport is Cologne Bonn Airport, 14 km from Urban Loft Cologne.

Other Cruising Spots in Cologne

Herkulesberg

Herkulesberg

Mixed Ages, Cruising

Behind the Mediapark over the train in the direction of Innere Kanalstrasse. At the top of the hill in both directions along the paths. Partly also on the meadow.
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Leidenhausen Parking

Leidenhausen Parking

Mixed Ages, Cruising

The best thing to do is to park directly on the left in the 1st parking lot after entering the parking lot. A mixed crowd here, wait until you see interest.
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Phoenix Sauna Koeln

Phoenix Sauna Koeln

Men Only, Cruising

In the heart of Cologne, in the immediate vicinity of Rudolfplatz, the 1,100 square meter Cologne Phoenix Sauna has been located since 2004. Every day we are visited by numerous guests from all over the world and of course many people from Cologne. In addition to a unique atmosphere with sexy boys and men, we also offer attractive wellness and relaxation options. In addition to a wellness area with a Finnish sauna sanarium and tepidarium we have a chill-out lounge that leads to a spacious terrace. Your hunger and thirst will of course also be taken care of. We offer you numerous variations of snacks appetizing dishes and delicious refreshments. Our stylish lobby and TV lounge invite you to relax. In the basement you will find our large steam sauna, a whirlpool a relaxation zone, exciting cruising areas, a cinema, several sunbathing areas, relaxation rooms and much more. Our massage team from Centro Delfino and Bodyworker offers you not only the holistic full body massage and the classic massage, but also a traditional Thai massage. You can also enjoy sensual massages with us.
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Babylon Sauna

Babylon Sauna

Men Only, Cruising

In the immediate vicinity of Friesenplatz & only 5 minutes away from Ehrenstrasse, you have found our little paradise in the middle of a lively city for over 30 years. On over 1400 square meters, we offer you everything your wellness, sauna & cruising heart desires.
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Aachener Weiher

Aachener Weiher

Mixed Ages, Cruising

Along the railroad tracks between Bachemer Strasse and Richard-Wagner-Strasse. You should find things going on here all around the clock, wait around until you meet your mate.
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Sauna Vulcan us

Sauna Vulcan us

Men Only, Cruising

The Vulcan us sauna is the oldest sauna in Cologne and a paradise for those who like grandpas, dads, white hair, gray temples, bears, men with a stomach and bald head, heavy, tall or small, not perfect, but very personable men.
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Gay friendly hotels in Cologne

As an LGBTQ+ traveller, it's important to stay somewhere welcoming, with great value and maybe near to gay venues. In Cologne, the gay nightlight is clustered around Rudolfplatz and in Heumarkt, so you may prefer to stay in our of our recommended hotels there. Treat yourself to a luxury hotel or stay budget and spend what you save on partying! Check out GayMapper recommendations for gay friendly hotel deals in Cologne, Germany. Please support GayMapper by checking out our hotel deals as this helps us to keep the site updated with all this useful information!

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